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SCOOP: Tackling Tough News with a Touch of Light

An anti-Semitic terrorist attack in Bondi Beach, Australia, a shooting at a U.S. university, and the foiled terror plot in California - we work through the news to know after a busy weekend of breaking headlines. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:07 Today's Headlines: Terrorist Attack in Australia 02:03 Word of the Year: Slop 04:36 Special Guest: War correspondent (and Australia native) Holly McKay on Bondi Beach Attack 08:19 Gun Laws and Security in Australia 19:43 Acts of Bravery Amidst Tragedy 21:27 US Service Members Killed in Syria 23:36 The Ongoing Threat of ISIS 27:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 28:38 Understanding the Ongoing Threat of ISIS 29:29 Thwarted Terrorist Attack in California 32:03 Double Homicide in Los Angeles 37:03 Shooting at Brown University 45:33 Government Shutdown and Economic Updates 49:18 Heartwarming Stories to End On

"The Most Graphic I've Ever Seen" - The New World Of Online Crime

A cheat sheet on a pivotal hearing in the Senate about online safety for teens (and beyond). A must-listen about the unique challenges facing parents and children alike, with special insight into the new tactics of criminals, and the inadequacy of old laws: 00:00 Welcome to SmartHER News 02:27 Australia's Groundbreaking Social Media Law 02:53 Senate Hearing on Protecting Children Online 04:22 Graphic Content Warning 05:52 Witness Testimonies: Personal and Legal Perspectives 13:15 The Dark Reality of Online Exploitation 18:29 Understanding Section 230 and Its Implications 24:11 Advice to take with you. Link to the Senate hearing: Protecting Our Children Online Against the Evolving Offender [https://www.judiciary.senate.gov/committee-activity/hearings/protecting-our-children-online-against-the-evolving-offender] SUPPORT OUR MISSION: Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines?  Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  [https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/] Get our FREE Weekend Digest! [https://smarthernews.com/weekend-digest/]   Shop our gear! [https://smarthernews.com/shop/]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/  [https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/] Website: https://smarthernews.com/  [https://smarthernews.com/] YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews  [https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews]

SCOOP: Santa Sightings, Supreme Court Cases and the Senate Tackles Healthcare (Again)

All the news you need to know for the week ahead: Plus - Halle Berry takes on Gov. Gavin Newsom (and what this tells us about a new national legislative effort). ~~~~~~~ 00:00 Welcome and Holiday Party Announcement 00:52 Book Exchange Party Idea 02:11 Join Our Insider Group 03:22 Driving Story: Santa Sighting 05:28 Upcoming News and Events 10:50 Healthcare Debate in Congress 17:17 Vaccination Policy Discussion 28:16 Menopause Advocacy by Halle Berry 29:11 Halle Berry's Personal Story and Advocacy 31:06 Halle Berry's Viral Political Commentary 32:12 Legislation on Menopause Across the States 34:07 Debate on Government Involvement in Menopause Legislation 37:07 Governor Newsom's Veto and Its Implications 41:17 Supreme Court Case: Trump v Slaughter 45:47 Supreme Court Case: Birthright Citizenship 48:02 Pentagon's New Restrictions and Free Press 53:12 George Washington's Final Days 57:05 Closing Remarks and Holiday Wishes Show Notes: Halle Berry's full remarks at the NYT DealBook Summit [https://youtu.be/603NmGNkfqY?si=t_cMacpUoT-2VGqj] Mt. Vernon on George Washington's passing [https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/the-death-of-george-washington?gad_campaignid=258225311&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAubrJBhCbARIsAHIdxD-pvrQWbugTvAFqWAYJfBsnczsmVsZPjl9WULWCaoGYkPTVArmREkUaAns2EALw_wcB] SUPPORT OUR MISSION: Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines?  Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  [https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/] Get our FREE Weekend Digest! [https://smarthernews.com/weekend-digest/] Shop our gear! [https://smarthernews.com/shop/]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/  [https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/] Website: https://smarthernews.com/  [https://smarthernews.com/] YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews  [https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews]

"Dark and Difficult Things In The Dead Of Night": The U.S., Venezuela & What To Know

Your most requested topic of the week: Venezuela, the United States, and allegations of war crimes.  Jenna provides a quick, detailed background on Venezuela, including its strategic location, economic history, and ties to terrorist organizations like Hezbollah.   Jenna discusses why the Trump administration’s recent designation of Venezuelan cartels as terrorist organizations matters, and the legal and ethical complexities surrounding US military actions against these groups.   The episode includes responses from key figures like President Trump and the Secretary of War and examines the implications of these military operations under US and international law. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:37 Unexpected Morning Incident 03:53 Lessons from the Incident 06:15 Introduction to Venezuela 07:35 Geopolitical Importance of Venezuela 09:16 Venezuela's Economic Decline 10:59 Terrorist Links and Narco-Terrorism 15:32 Recent US Actions and Controversies 20:42 Legal and Ethical Questions 30:16 Historical Context and Comparisons 33:07 Questions for the Administration 37:11 Conclusion and Viewer Engagement: Email us: Hello@smarthernews.com SUPPORT OUR MISSION: Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines?  Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  [https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/] Get our FREE Weekend Digest! [https://smarthernews.com/weekend-digest/] Shop our gear! [https://smarthernews.com/shop/]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/  [https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/] Website: https://smarthernews.com/  [https://smarthernews.com/] YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews  [https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews]

SCOOP: Rage Bait, Retail Insights, & The Suspect In The Murder of the United Healthcare CEO Heads Back To Court

Plus ~ Catch-up on the Trump administration changes to asylum policy in the aftermath of the attack on the National Guard in D.C., and bipartisan questions continue about military operations off the coast of Venezuela. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:08 The Oxford Word of the Year: Rage Bait 03:50 A Funny Family Moment with a new dictionary (sorry Merriam-Webster!) 07:29 Economic Insights: Black Friday Spending 13:11 Key News Stories You Might Have Missed 20:35 Congress and Government Funding Issues 21:37 National Guard Tragedy and Terrorism Concerns 27:04 Asylum Process and Backlog Issues 27:52 Trump Administration's Policy Changes 30:33 Legal Challenges and Congressional Role 34:57 Operation Allies and Vetting Concerns 37:43 Narco Terrorism and Military Engagement 45:36 Military Code of Conduct Controversy 54:24 Final Thoughts and Viewer Engagement SUPPORT OUR MISSION: Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines?  Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  [https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/] Get our FREE Weekend Digest! [https://smarthernews.com/weekend-digest/]   Shop our gear! [https://smarthernews.com/shop/]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/  [https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/] Website: https://smarthernews.com/  [https://smarthernews.com/] YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews  [https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews]